Yard Work

We have been working on removing an old bush from the side of our house. It really opens the side up and looks a lot better. The bush was nearly dead and a new weed/brush was growing all thru it along with some dreaded ivy! Eeegads!
Geoffrey promises to build me a small garden bed so that I can plant some veggies in the only spot that gets full sun. I couldn't resist buying some veggie plants to sort of keep progress alive! In addition I purchased a few other sun loving flowers. I have had to avoid these plants for so long due to all of the shade we get.
I can't wait to see it come to life! Here are some pictures.

I also mowed the lawn today - got another day off because Madeleine was not quite better. I was feeling extra nice and even mowed my neighbors lawn! We don't know them very well and their baby kitty died on Monday so I wanted to do something nice for them. I know how hard it is with pets. Anyway, both kids have soccer tonight and Madeleine intends to play.
PS I have a lot of bird action going on in my front yard. I have a nest of woodpecker babies and I also have some new baby cardinals just learning to fly! So much excitement for me today!